1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
